Monica Simoes News

On Wednesday, April 21, Matt Doyle played two concerts at Joe's pub, where he was joined by special guests Jennifer Damiano (Tony nominee for Next to Normal), Emma Hunton (Spring Awakening) and Wesley Taylor (The Addams Family, Rock of Ages) in the second performance. BroadwayWorld was there to capture the night.

The York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) will present NEO6, a benefit concert celebrating New, Emerging, Outstanding musical theatre writers, on Monday, May 10 at its home in Saint Peter's Theatre. Following the 7:30 PM performance (featuring the voices of many of today's top musical theatre talent), there will be a champagne and dessert reception to end the evening.

Joe's pub announces their upcoming shows, kicking off with Matt Doyle APRIL 21-28, kicking off Wednesday, April 21 at 7:00 PM.

National Corporate Theatre Fund (NCTF) held its Annual Chairman's Awards Gala and benefit yesterday, Monday, April 19 at the St. Regis New York hotel. This year, NCTF Chairman James S. Turley, Chairman & CEO of Ernst & Young, honored Nathan Lane (currently starring on Broadway in The Addams Family), set designer Eugene Lee (Wicked) and Wells Fargo & Company. Accepting the award on behalf of Wells Fargo was Joe Kirk, Regional President for New York and Connecticut. All net proceeds of the event will be distributed as the NCTF/WELLS FARGO FUND FOR NEW AMERICAN THEATRE.

Ars Nova, under the leadership of Artistic Director Jason Eagan, will present the world premiere of the new musical BLOODSONG OF LOVE with book, music & lyrics by Joe Iconis and directed by John Simpkins. BLOODSONG OF LOVE, which was commissioned and developed by Ars Nova, began previews on April 1st prior to an official press opening of April 15th at Ars Nova (511 West 54th Street, between 10th and 11th Avenues) in Manhattan.

Tony-nominated director Susan H. Schulman is set to direct I DO, I DO, a musical by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt, this summer at the Westport Country Playhouse from August 10th through the 28th.

Radio Happy Hour returns home to New York from their brief Midwestern tour on May 08 for a performance at (le) Poisson Rouge. The May episode will feature indie-folk icon David Bazan, actor Jesse Eisenberg (The Squid & The Whale, Adventureland, and the upcoming The Living Wake), and comedian Max Silvestri for a comedic murder-mystery, musical performances, interviews and more.

Last night on Tuesday, April 13, Bishop Gene Robinson, the first openly gay priest to be ordained a bishop in a major Christian denomination, lead a talk back with cast and audience following a performance of NEXT FALL on Broadway. Robinson currently serves as the ninth bishop of the Diocese of New Hampshire in the Episcopal Church. The talkback was free to anyone attending last night's performance.

Atlantic Theater Company (Neil Pepe, Artistic Director; Jeffory Lawson, Managing Director; Mary McCann, Atlantic School Executive Director) hosted their 25th Anniversary Spring Gala last night, on Monday, April 12, 20010 at Gotham Hall.

MEMPHIS, the musical that is currently BLOWING THE ROOF OFF BROADWAY celebrated its 200th performance on Saturday, April 10th at 8pm at the Shubert Theatre. Cast and crew celebrated this milestone in true MEMPHIS style with dinner from Carmine's and cake between shows.

On Thursday, April 8, the cast of the new Off-Broadway play, THE TEMPERAMENTALS, was honored with a cast drawing on the wall at The Palm restaurant. BroadwayWorld was on hand as cast members Michael Urie from TV's 'Ugly Betty,' Thomas Jay Ryan from Broadway's IN THE NEXT ROOM, Arnie Burton from the original Broadway cast of 39 STEPS, Matthew Schneck and Sam Breslin Wright celebrated.

This week, Tony Award winner Victoria Clark (When the Rain Stops Falling, A Light in the Piazza) and Aaron Lazar (A Little Night Music, Les Misérables) appeared on THE BROADWAY LEAGUE and SIRIUS XM RADIO's weekly radio series, SIRIUS XM Live on Broadway with host Seth Rudetsky. Each week, Broadway artists perform live followed by photos and autograph signings with fans. BroadwayWorld was there to document the show.

Last night, Wednesday April 7, New York City Mayor, Michael Bloomberg, took in a production of HAIR in addition to center stage when he joined the Tribe in the post-show dance party. BroadwayWorld was there for the photo op!

'Celebrity Autobiography,' the New York hit comedy show and winner of the 2009 Drama Desk Award for Best Unique Theatrical Experience, performs its Chicago debut at the Royal George Theatre (1641 N. Halsted Street) for two shows only, Friday, April 30 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, May 1 at 8 p.m.

Keir Dullea will make his long-awaited return to the stage in Robert Anderson's I Never Sang for My Father, presented by the Keen Company in association with Wiltsie Bridge Productions, at Theatre Row from March 23 - May 1. Directed by Jonathan Silverstein, I Never Sang for My Father marks the second Anderson play presented by Keen, following the success of its 2007 critically acclaimed production of Tea & Sympathy. Actors Matt Servitto and Marsha Mason will join Dullea on stage for the production.

Paper Mill Playhouse will present Smokey Joe's Café, directed by Mark S. Hoebee with choreography by Denis Jones. Smokey Joe's Café will run at the Millburn theater from April 7 through May 2, 2010.

Tony Award-winner Leslie Uggams (Hallelujah, Baby!) opened her exclusive three-week engagement - her first New York cabaret appearance in 18 years - at the Cafe Carlyle last night, March 30. 'Leslie Uggams: Uptown Downtown' will play through Saturday, April 17, 2010 at the famed night spot. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the opening night celebration, as were friends Celisse Henderson, Capathia Jenkins, Chuck Cooper, Tommy Tune, Karen Akers and more.

Deborah N. Hurwitz, the Associate Conductor and keyboard player in JERSEY BOYS, will be performing in the Music For Autism Spring Gala on Monday, April 5, alongside WEST SIDE STORY's John Arthur Green ('Riff').

The SPOTLIGHT Series For Rosie's Broadway Kids asks you to come join us for an intimate series of evenings of songs and stories featuring BROADWAY'S BEST!!! Held at Maravel Arts Center 445 W. 45th St. On Monday, March 29th - 7:30PM the Spotlight presents TITUSS STRIPPED - Who Needs A Band?

On Sunday, March 28, Jordan Roth, President of Jujamcyn Theaters, continued his multi-evening 92nd Street Y conversation series, 'Broadway Talks,' with Academy Award-nominated and Emmy Award-winning actress Laura Linney. Among other topics, Roth and Linney discussed her role in Time Stands Still, at the 92nd Street Y.